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Wednesday, 13 March 2013

Hello my lovelies and happy hump day to you all, and what a bloody freezing one it is too.

For those of you who often take a wander down Carnaby street as I do, you may have noticed a little shop named Lazy Oaf. A shop I adore and have done for many years. The 'Comic Pop' trend has recently inspired me to feature it on the ole' blog so maybe I can spread the joy and indirectly inject a little pop into someone elses wardrobe.

If you are a fan of the loud and onomatopoeic trend this is the perfect place for you. The designs are super vibrant and extremely of the moment. Pieces have been seen on celebs like Annie Mac, Jessie J, the band Metronomy and dupes recently seen on Cheryl Cole and Jessie from Little Mix.

The London based brand started off selling bits and bobs at Spitalfields and now have a uber tendy successful business going. The pieces are so original, humorous and brave. I just love when I see someone donning a cool T from Lazy Oaf down Brick Lane and Camden, it feels like we know a secret :-) I also love the name of the brand because I can relate to it.

Tuesday, 12 March 2013

For those who haven't heard, certain couples were using the toilet, with floor to ceiling views of london, as a new mile high club. One woman actually left her knickers to really leave her mark there. CLASSY.

72 floors up and its a pretty impressive view. However without my glasses, I first mistook the Gherkin as Canary Wharf. Reminds me that I really need to get contacts...

Monday, 11 March 2013

If there's one trend to buy into this season, it HAS to be that of all things hologram. The 90s hypnotic trend is back baby. Featured heavily in the september SS13 shows from Burberry to Jonathan Saunders. Trust me it's a winner. Add to your wardrobe through accessories and your outfit will instantly look insane. It's finally filtered down onto the highstreet.

Wednesday, 6 March 2013

Bleary eyed and still drunk, I woke this morning and took to my twitter feed. Scrolling through the newly posted Harlem shakes and such like, I noticed all the tweets about the McQueen show yesterday at PFW. Clicking on Vogues link it took me straight to Burtons first look. I sat up straight away.

10 looks set in the beautiful settings of the Opera Comique and shown in pairs. White broderie lace with full hooped skirts and sheer panelling. Solid silver belts synching in the waist. Pearl pleats that simply mesmerised in movement. It was feminine armoury that exaggerated the waist and hips. Billowing sleeves and ruffled necks. Worked then re-worked embellishing. Enamelled florals and silk embroidered corsetry. All with the ever present underlining of pure McQueen erotica. From the pearl encrusted stockings to the heavy harnessing and suspender belts. The level of detail of each look was insane. Breathtaking. Stunning.

Burtons influences for the collection were the Virgin Queen, Ballers Russes, nuns through to popes. It didn't feel like a fashion show, it felt like an exhibition of exquisite couture gowns from the Tudor era. Pure fantasy and indulgence. I might have taken more notice in History if this is what Henry VIII's missus wore. Burton wasn't present as she's just given birth to her new little bundle but you can understand why there were just the 10 pieces with the level of workmanship. I can't get over it. It really did blow my very hungover head this morning. This wasn't about trends or ready-to-wear. You get a show every few seasons, which doesn't have to transcend into real life. Where's the fun in that? It was what fashion should be about. A moment, pure art, creative freedom and doing what the fuck you want. Sarah, you are a true inspiration. I salute you and your sexed up queens.

Tuesday, 5 March 2013

So how we all feeling about this Lucite Trend? I'm getting the impression its a marmite thing, and may be a very quick flash in the pan. I, personally, am a fan.It has a sense of 60s nostalgia about it and there are some very wearable pieces. Realistically, you are always going to be making a statement if you decide to style a Lucite or perspex piece but its fun, bang on trend and you will stand out from the crowd for certain, unless they see right through you. (I AM SO SORRY)

Perspex has been hitting the runway hard this year and you can get your grubby little mits on some pieces and not shell out a fortune. You just have to have a good gander. Remember the old rule less is more. You don't want to end up looking like a wash bag.

That comment was shouted at me whilst in NYC by a drunk homeless guy. Love, I have definitely not got swagger. The hippest I get is ruining Drop it like its hot at Hip-Hop karaoke, camden crawl circa '11.

Trainers have been a firm favourite on fashion lovers wishlist in the past year, with the help of Isabel Marant and Nikes new additions. I personally wasn't a huge fan of Marant's but that's mainly because I'm a gangly giant and hidden platforms are definitely not what I need. However her shoe is innovative and pretty fucking cool. When I returned from my travels, everywhere I went, Nike Blazers were glued to peoples feet. I'm more in love with Nike Air Max 90s. Just saying.

Me and trainers go WAY back. Well way back seeing as I haven't bought a pair in about 10 years. I stepped into Natterjacks feeling completely out of my depth. The shop is a haven for street style and all the cool kids on the block get there fresh threads from there. Me in my desert boots and full on plaid ensemble didn't exactly fit in. However I was drawn to a pair of red adiSTAR. Outfits started flying round. Cigarette pants with boyfriend blazer. Dungarees with lace shirt. Denim on denim on denim. Whenever this happens I know I've found a new member of my wardrobe.

'Hey erm can I have a size 7 in these please'

'Sure, are they for anything in particular? I can help you choose a good running shoe if that's what your looking for?'

Oh god. He knows.

'Erm well, there not really for exercise. More just for well, you know, erm just like normal wear?' (what was I saying, normal wear?!)

'Ah sweet yeah these would look decent on you'

I don't know why not doing any exercise embarrasses me because its not to the point where I'm going to stop spending money on clothes wine and cigarettes and suddenly think 'hmm I really fancy doing a 10 mile run where my lungs feel like there going to explode inside my chest.' No thanks. Probably because the guy serving me was beautiful and cool. Yeah thats more like it.

I slipped them on and my feet felt a new sensation they haven't felt since the 90s with my achingly amazing Spice Girl platforms. I was walking on pure cushioned heaven! For a split second or two I even walked with a slight swagger in my step. But then I stumbled over my shoe lace and any air of swag was gone.

Saturday, 2 March 2013

You got it ladies I'm swimming in river island. I'm pretty much attracted to anything that Rihanna's associated with, and I'm okay with that, my girl did say after all that she believes British chicks to be most fashionable and I tend to agree. (biased) I've come to terms with the fact that I am indeed a "fan girl". I have even gone and picked up a BOY LONDON dupe. Naughty.

Today I'm off to a punk all day gig and wanted to be super comfy as I'm in for the long haul.

I'm donning a river island sale coat, new look oversized top. New look rings. River island tube pants and my trusty old vans. Just a very quick and casual outfit of day!

LFW was a crazy mixture of prints. From Mary Katrantzou's INSANELY beautiful show with inspiration coming from china, to HoH psychedelic madness. Clash your prints girls from your head to your fricking toes.